​Help Us Outfit the Next Generation of Adventurers

Less then a month ago, we announced the goal to reach donations from or to all fifty states in the United States prior to our first anniversary at the end of the calendar year. Since the announcement, our partner Hike By Faith who is spearheading the #LHX2017 event in April 2017 to support Gear Forward has broadened Gear Forward's reach into Canada.

We are happy to annouce that while we are still striving to reach our fifty state goal we are now also working with our Canadian partners from #LHX2017 to support worthy organizations who are in need of outdoor gear to assist in getting at-risk youth in need, outdoors.

Thanks!​​What does #LHX2017 stand for? Good question. It stands for Laurel Highlands Experience 2017.When: April 23-29, 2017Where: Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail, PennsylvaniaWhat is it: A five day backpacking trip beginning on the north end of the trail and ending at Ohiopyle, the south end.Distance: Seventy Miles

We are bringing a diverse team from all over the U.S. and Canada from the outdoor community known for their social media interaction to connect in person on the trail sharing our experiences, skills, and ideas to inspire others to get outside, connect with nature, and connect with others.

Through this event it is our goal to encourage people to donate gear to Gear Forward to help equip the next generation for adventure. Each team member is giving back in their own way as well as reaching out to collect donated gear.

Do you have a tent or sleeping bags in storage not being used? Will you consider helping us by donating your unused or new gear?

Do you know an non-profit organization, Scout Troop, or faith-based organization that is in need of camping gear for their programs? Then we want to know who the are, where they are located and what they need.

Each member has been hand picked for their various outdoor skills, but the main reason…they all have a desire to giveback and pay it forward.

In the months to come leading up to #LHX2017 we’ll post updates here on our website. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter